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“God is not only the God of the sufferers but the God who suffers. ... It is said of God that no one can behold his face and live. I always thought this meant that no one could see his splendor and live. A friend said perhaps it meant that no one could see his sorrow and live. Or perhaps his sorrow is splendor. ... Instead of explaining our suffering God shares it.”

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Nicholas Wolterstorff
Nicholas Wolterstorff

Nicholas Wolterstorff, born on January 21, 1932, is an American philosopher known for his work in ethics, philosophy of religion, and aesthetics. He is particularly renowned for his discussions on religious freedom and religious tolerance. more

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